Theo the Therapy Dog Weighted Lap Companion 1.13kg | Sensory Support Plush | Deep Pressure Therapy Aid | Warm & Cool Pouch
Theo the Therapy Dog Weighted Lap Companion
Theo the Therapy Dog is a thoughtfully designed weighted sensory companion that provides comforting deep pressure input, tactile engagement, and emotional support for children, adults, and older individuals who benefit from sensory regulation strategies.
Combining the therapeutic benefits of weight, texture, temperature, and scent, Theo the Therapy Dog offers a multi-sensory experience that can help support emotional wellbeing, focus, relaxation, and participation in daily activities.
The evenly distributed weight throughout Theo's body, combined with bead-filled paws and a weighted belly, delivers calming proprioceptive input that may assist individuals experiencing sensory processing differences, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, restlessness, or difficulty maintaining attention.
Theo the Therapy Dog also features a removable ceramic bead pouch that can be gently warmed or cooled to provide additional sensory comfort. When warmed according to instructions, the pouch releases a subtle lavender aroma, creating a calming sensory experience that supports relaxation and emotional regulation.
Whether used at home, in schools, therapy clinics, sensory rooms, aged care environments, or during community participation activities, Theo the Therapy Dog provides a portable and accessible support that can help individuals feel more grounded, secure, and ready to engage in everyday tasks.
The soft fur, textured paws, ears, eyes, and nose encourage tactile exploration while providing sensory feedback that many individuals find calming and reassuring.
Theo the Therapy Dog is particularly beneficial for individuals seeking non-verbal regulation tools that support independence, self-management, and participation across a variety of environments.
6. Benefits
- Provides calming deep pressure stimulation through therapeutic weight
- Supports emotional regulation and self-management strategies
- Helps promote focus, attention, and readiness for learning
- Encourages participation in school, therapy, and community settings
- Offers comforting tactile sensory input through multiple textures
- Removable warm or cool pouch provides additional sensory regulation options
- Gentle lavender scent may support relaxation when heated
- Portable support for use during transitions and unfamiliar situations
- Can assist with feelings of anxiety, stress, or overwhelm
- Supports independence in accessing sensory regulation strategies
7. Key Features
- Weighted body with evenly distributed therapeutic weight
- Total weight: 1.13kg
- Bead-filled paws for additional sensory feedback
- Removable ceramic bead belly pouch
- Pouch can be warmed or cooled
- Gentle lavender aroma released when heated
- Soft plush fur with multiple tactile textures
- Suitable for home, school, therapy, aged care, and community settings
- Machine washable (follow care instructions)
- Designed for children aged 3 years and above
8. Ideal For
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- ADHD
- Sensory processing differences
- Anxiety and emotional regulation challenges
- Sensory-seeking behaviours
- School wellbeing programs
- Sensory rooms and calm spaces
- Occupational Therapy interventions
- Psychology and counselling settings
- Speech Therapy sessions
- Home-based regulation strategies
- Community participation support
- Older adults experiencing loneliness or requiring comfort supports
- NDIS participants requiring sensory regulation supports
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9. Specifications
Product Name: Theo the Therapy Dog
Weight: 1.13kg
Recommended Age: 3+ years
Materials:
Soft plush fabric with weighted bead filling
Sensory Features:
- Deep pressure stimulation
- Tactile sensory feedback
- Warm or cool sensory input
- Lavender aromatherapy when heated
Care Instructions:
- Machine washable according to care label
- Remove ceramic bead pouch before washing where required
Includes:
- Theo the Therapy Dog weighted companion
- Removable ceramic bead belly pouch
10. Safety Information
- Suitable for children aged 3 years and above
- Adult supervision recommended
- Always follow heating and cooling instructions provided
- Do not overheat the ceramic bead pouch
- Check pouch temperature before use
- Inspect regularly for wear and damage
- Use in accordance with manufacturer guidelines
- Not intended as a medical device
11. Why Choose This Product
Theo the Therapy Dog offers more than a traditional weighted toy by combining multiple evidence-informed sensory supports into a single companion. The therapeutic weight, tactile textures, temperature regulation options, and calming lavender aroma work together to provide a comprehensive sensory experience.
Unlike standard comfort toys, Theo the Therapy Dog is specifically designed to support emotional regulation, participation, and independence. Whether used in classrooms, therapy sessions, healthcare environments, aged care settings, or at home, Theo helps individuals access calming sensory input in a familiar, approachable format.
For families, therapists, educators, support workers, and NDIS participants seeking practical sensory regulation supports, Theo the Therapy Dog provides a versatile and effective solution that promotes wellbeing, engagement, and quality of life.
Standard Delivery Times
(Based on business days once your order has been dispatched from our warehouse)
PLEASE NOTE: DELAYS MAY APPLY TO CURRENT DELIVERY TIMES due to circumstances beyond our control.
PLEASE ALLOW 8 - 10 BUSINESS DAYS FROM THE DISPATCH DATE FOR LARGER ITEMS!
How do we calculate costs?
Shipping costs are based on the size and weight of the product and your location. Shipping is calculated and added to the total at checkout before payment.
Please note, in some circumstances, an order may attract an extra shipping fee due to unusually bulky or heavy item status or a remote / rural / regional address.*
* In a small number of cases the freight companies will charge us more than what is reasonable to pay to deliver an order, usually for large bulky items to regional locations. We reserve the right to vary our freight charge if this occurs and will advise you before processing your order.
In this instance, DEO will contact you prior to finalising the sale.
We deliver products using a number of local freight operators.
Order times:
In most instances, we aim to have orders processed within 2-3 business days.
When dispatched, shipping times are estimated at between 2 - 3 business days for metro regions and 5 - 7 business days for regional areas.
Although DEO will make every effort to adhere to an agreed time for delivery, it accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage resulting from any delay however caused.
PARTIAL DELIVERIES
When orders list several items, some of which may not be in stock at the time of the order, we will fulfil the portions available including shipping.
Backordered items will be dispatched when available. There is no additional shipping charge for these.
ORDER INSPECTION
We encourage you to inspect your order upon receipt. If you find any defects, damages, or receive the wrong item, please notify us immediately by emailing hello@disabilityequiponline.com.au
If this fault is apparent upon delivery, please submit your claim within 7 days of receiving the delivery to allow us to access transit insurance.
If this fault appears to have occurred through use, we ask that you email us at hello@disabilityequiponline.com.au so that we can investigate this for you.
To process all claims, we require the following:
1. Photos of the packaging and the items received (as required by shipping carriers).
2. A description of the issue, your name, and order ID.
Please note:
Claims without photo evidence may be declined.
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